5 Best Chromebooks for Gaming

Specs:

• CPU Model: Intel Core i5-1135G7
• Display: 14″
• Hard Disk Size: 256 GB
• RAM: 8 GB
• GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics
• Battery Life: up to 12 hours

Still one of the best Chromebooks in terms of performance, the Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is powered by an Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor and 16GB of RAM; you can expect smooth performance from this laptop when playing games. The 256 GB SSD provides enough storage space for most users and the 14″ screen has a 1920 x 1080 resolution, which is more than acceptable for gaming on a Chromebook. Other notable features include many USB port types, Bluetooth 5.0 support, and up to 12 hours of battery life per charge.

Specs:

• CPU Model: Intel Core i3-10110U
• Display: 14″
• Hard Disk Size: ‎64 GB SSD
• RAM: 8 GB
• GPU: ‎Intel UHD Graphics
• Battery Life: up to 11 hours

For those on a budget, the HP Chromebook x360 14c makes the list of the best budget options Chromebook for gaming. The laptop is equipped with an Intel Core i3-10110U processor, 8GB RAM, and 64 GB SSD (which can be upgraded to 256 GB) drive for steady performance. For this kind of Chromebook, expect light gaming like Android app games as your platform. The 14.0″ Full HD IPS Touch Display provides good viewing angles, making it perfect for watching movies or playing games in bed. The battery life could be better, but overall, this Chromebook works well as a budget option for casual gamers.

Specs:

• CPU Model: Intel Celeron N4500
• Display: 17.3″
• Hard Disk Size: 64GB eMM
• RAM: 4GB RAM
• GPU: Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 5000
• Battery Life: up to 10 hours

If there’s anything to want from Acer Chromebook 317, it’s the gorgeous 17-inch display. Perfect for light, casual gaming, the Acer Chromebook has an Intel Celeron N4500 processor and 4GB RAM, which will be enough for Android games. It also has 64GB eMMC storage and two USB 3.0 ports, as well as a USB 2.0 port and HDMI port.

While this isn’t the most powerful Chromebook out there, the large display is great for those who want to play games on their computer without investing in a gaming laptop or desktop computer that’s more expensive than they’re willing to spend on their hobby.

Specs:

• CPU Model: Intel Core m3/i5/i7
• Display: 13.3″
• Hard Disk Size: 64 GB – 256 GB
• RAM: 8 GB – 16 GB
• GPU: ‎Intel HD Graphics 400
• Battery Life: up to 12 hours

The Google Pixelbook Go is a great Chromebook for gaming, especially if you’re looking for something portable. It has an Intel Core processor (from m3 upgradeable to i7), at least 8 GB RAM, and 64 GB storage. The screen is a 13.3″ FHD (1920×1080) touchscreen display with a battery life of up to 12 hours. It weighs just 2.33 pounds so it’s perfect if you want something lightweight but still powerful enough to game on the go.

Specs:

• CPU Model: Snapdragon SC7180
• Display: 13.3″
• Hard Disk Size: 64GB
• RAM: 4 GB
• GPU: ‎Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c
• Battery Life: up to 10 hours

This is the best Chromebook for casual gamers with a budget. It’s got a Snapdragon SC7180 processor, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of storage. That might not sound like much but it’s more than enough to play most games at an acceptable frame rate. The 13.3-inch HD touch screen is nice too and has a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. Other features include two USB 3.1 Type-C ports, one USB 3.0 port, and a microSD card slot that supports up to 512GB cards (hence the ‘Duet’ name).